It may be just a product of being at an Omnicom agency for the past 10 years, but I feel like I need an entire career switch, or at least an extended break from agency life. Have you or someone you know done this? I've been in advertising my entire professional life, even before the 10 years at Omnicom. I just don't think I can do it anymore.

My background is in tech transactional. I joined a cybersecurity SaaS startup at the end of last year and now also handle more generalist matters in addition to all things commercial-related. I have a number of books on contracts that I’ve found super helpful over the years (The Tech Contracts Handbook, A Manual of Style for Contract Drafting, Sign Here, etc.). Can anyone recommend books they’ve found helpful for L&E matters, privacy matters, product matters, or marketing/advertising matters?

Anyone from Toronto ?

Would you buy a brand new car in cash?

Thinking about making a jump from my V50 litigation group. 10 years experience. What are some top paying government jobs? And how much could I hope to earn?

Can Grindr be used as a dating app?

All of the robo-advisors I’ve seen invest in low cost ETFs. Are there any that invest in individual stocks? It feels like this would be much more effective at tax loss harvesting because it would de-average the holdings within each ETF. I’m going to have large capital gains next year and I’m looking for ways to offset.

If you were to buy only one, ARKW or ARKK and why?

If planning to buy my first home in next 1-2 years, what should I be doing now leading up to the purchase e.g. things to boost credit score?

If I have access to both to buy through Fidelity, any reason to choose IVV vs VOO? Why do you pick one over the other?

Currently working with a LS consulting firm who is looking for talent at the AP level. Position is client services oriented so having a BD foundation in pharma, biotech and/or med device is ideal. Position is remote but prefer east coast since they are a global firm. DM if you are interested to chat live.

Hey folks!

Does Deloitte India (not Deloitte USI) ever cancel on the job offer they have given (like cancelling on the candidate at the last moment, well after releasing the offer letter)?

Did anyone hear back from PwC Law about the second round lottery?

8.7 yr yoe, how can I negotiate with hcl ?@hcl

What books have you read recently that have dramatically shifted your understanding of who God is?

Any book recommendations for philosophy, psychology, and business? Or any book you read last year changed your values? Going to fly international, gonna read it on flight. 😍

What’s the base salary for BCN Associate Consultant in India ?

Hey guys! What's the average salary for an associate? (YOE - 2 with a big four firm)

12/1 CheckIn: What’s everyone’s workout plan today? 🤗

Heading to 6:30am barre to celebrate our bowl hitting 1k members 🥳🤩😜

Any of you psychos don’t listen to something while working out/are content with listening to whatever is playing at the gym? I’ve had my headphones die at the gym before and I left.

What's your policy on 'cold-call' messages from hopefuls asking for tips, advice, help? 😇 or 😈

📊 Curious to learn how diverse is Fishbowl? What's your age and nationality?

I know agencies across the board did some layoffs right before the holidays, but when do we think hiring will pick up again? Getting to a point where I feel like I need to start thinking about a change.

Thoughts on CP+B Boulder? What is the vibe like there? Who are the clients?

I am 38, but I swear I was 18, like, the other day! I don't understand...😱

Where you fish getting ad industry news? I can’t bring myself to pay for publications like AdAge, Campaign or AdWeek, but I want to know which accounts and teams are moving around.

Has anybody interviewed for a sales position at Vericast? I’m going to be asked to do a presentation, what is all of that about? Is this something I already have that I am presenting or a product on their company? Thank you in advance

Why did you pick your firm? -for those fortunate enough to have options coming out of recruiting or a prior job, what tipped the scales for you?

Newbie on the block wanted to ask how long the hiring process usually takes (for a junior or intern)?

Can anyone from PMG let me know what the culture is like at that agency and if they recommend someone going there as a manager (Analytics)? Have an offer but as usual the internet reviews are stuff of nightmares but that’s typical of agencies

Overheard: *dials frantically* "Hi. The holiday party was moved the the 7th so we're gonna need to move that Axe Throwing event. Yeah. Bye. "

What accounts does Grey Midwest handle? What’s the distinction between them and regular Grey?

thoughts on over inflated titles and white male dominance ?

What do you put on internal time when you are not booked? (You are watching YouTube videos or shopping online)

Crossmedia, any opinions?

Strange as it sounds, I'm kinda gonna miss quarantine life.

Does anyone know what You & Mr. Jones does? Do they have traditional roles at all? What kind of work they make (if any)?

Thank you all for existing on Fishbowl and for being such a supportive community. It’s been a difficult year, but at the end of the day, I’m glad to have people to commiserate/celebrate with ❤️🙂❤️